Therapists in Bloomington, IN

Integrating art therapy, EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) and talk therapy, I offer a unique treatment approach for adults, children, teens, and families. In my 27 years of practice, I have extensive experience working with trauma, abuse, sexual assault, mood disorders, anxiety disorders, grief/loss, and interpersonal difficulties. My approach is supportive, collaborative and strength-based. I find fulfillment in helping individuals experience empowerment, increase resilience and make life changes that are sustainable and rewarding. My office is located downtown Bloomington in the historic Faris Building.

I have worked with children, adolescents, veterans and adults in many settings including inpatient and outpatient settings with high acute behaviors. I hold a Master’s degree in social work from Indiana University. I specialize in substance use counseling, and motivational interviewing. I have experience in trauma informed care, and specialize in identifying the client’s strength to become a better version of you. I have worked extensively with those experiencing anxiety, depression, stress related disorders, PTSD, bipolar disorder, borderline personality, behavioral issues and life transitions.

I strive to create an environment which fully supports my clients in making meaningful and lasting changes within their lives. My areas of specialty include depression and anxiety, substance use and misuse, LGBTQ+ populations, men and masculinity, college-aged students and those navigating life, family and career-related transitions. I completed my undergraduate, graduate and now doctoral work at Indiana University in education, counseling and human development, respectively. I have also worked at IU for many years in counseling, teaching and administrative roles, so I am well versed in campus and community culture.

My ideal client would be someone who is committed to their healing journey and willing to reach their mental health and personal goals. My clients would be ones who may have anxiety, depression, substance use/abuse issues, and crises.

Taking NEW Clients Clients with Anthem, Aetna, and Medicaid (MHS, traditional, and Anthem)! We are dedicated to helping our clients reach their mental health goals through evidence-based therapies. Our team is composed of experienced, knowledgeable professionals who excel in providing quality care. We understand how difficult it can be to take the first step toward seeking help. That's why we strive to make the process as easy as possible.

I work with a wide range of clients dealing with issues related to life transitions, relationship problems, young adult issues, depression, anxiety, borderline personality disorder, mood disorders, and more. I can help you make and maintain the changes you are striving for, explore your goals, build a commitment to your future, and take the power back in your life.

As a therapist, I am most excited to see clients motivated to explore their unknown strengths, widen their horizons, increase their abilities to make informed decisions and lead a life of meaning as they define it. Everyone I have worked with brings to therapy a foundation upon which to grow. Regardless of the problem, an enhanced sense of self is possible. Instilling hope of something better in life is one of my greatest motivations, and assisting others in achieving their goals drew me to this profession.

Currently accepting new clients for my waitlist, typically 3-4 week wait for intake session. I am glad you are here, it means you are taking the first step towards healing and wellness! I specialize in working with individuals with a history of childhood and adult sexual abuse, survivors of domestic violence, anxiety, and depression. I am LGBTQ+ knowledgeable and affirming, and I have a passion for working with teens and adults who are exploring their gender identity and sexual orientation, as well as those who are neurodiverse. As a former firefighter and paramedic, I also enjoy working with first responders.

We all have challenges we face and in moving through those it is so helpful to have guidance. I see my role as providing a safe space for you to feel comfortable sharing your journey. I can assist you in discovering new insights into your situation, bringing clarity regarding your challenges, recognizing unhelpful ways of thinking, developing new skills and cultivating optimal potential for growth and desired changes. Our relationship that develops and grows is the foundation of the collaborative work we can do offering encouragement and support along the way.

I provide 24/7 on-call support for college students around the country and specialize in working with Indiana University students struggling with depression, anxiety, organization skills, and motivation issues. Parents are concerned and feel unprepared in dealing with these challenges. My counseling focuses on treating the underlying causes of depression, anxiety, and low motivation to get your college student back on track. Office and virtual sessions are available when busy schedules don't permit traditional support. Practice communication is secure and encrypted with professional security features.

I provide short and long term therapy for adults and adolescents while providing a warm, safe, and compassionate environment where my main focus is helping you create and maintain a meaningful and healthy outlook on your own life. I fully believe you are the expert at your own experience, and I am here to help put pieces together, encourage personal growth, and help with coping or adapting to whatever issues are present. I utilize an integrative and strengths based approach with a belief that understanding where our problems and patterns have resonated can help with changing our behaviors and outlook on life.

I have already counseled my ideal client. I worked with a client who came to me in her most significant time of need. She was ready to put in work and wanted to develop. She was diagnosed with Bipolar I and had several suicide attempts. She could externalize her mania and use fitness and wellness to push through her episodes. She is happy and healthy and uses her experiences to help others. My services involve psychotherapy using techniques such as cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT), and motivational interviewing (MI), with a trauma-informed framework.

You are not alone. Take a deep breath, and step forward into growth. Are you feeling stuck in life, not sure which direction to take? Do you want to unlock your potential and create a life of joy and purpose? Then I'm here to help! My name is Kristi, and I'm here to assist you on your journey of self-discovery and growth. Together, let's explore the possibilities for a brighter tomorrow. "Kristi, I'm not sure how to start living a better life. "I hear you! It can be overwhelming when we're not quite sure where to focus our energy.

Schedule today! Accepting new clients. In-network with many insurance companies and Medicaid. First, I would like to take a moment to applaud you for taking this difficult first step in the change process towards a healthier more positive you. Finding the right person to help you make these positive changes can be challenging. I am here to be your change facilitator, your partner for becoming the person you want to be. If you’re looking to meet your potential, deal with a crisis, address relationship issues, mental health issues, addiction, depression, anxiety, self-esteem/image issues and more I can help.

My most influential experience includes working with individuals and groups and assuring that their needs have been addressed with case management, counseling, resources, and referrals. I have not only strived to provide services for my clients but their families as well. I have experience with providing group and individual interventions. I have been exposed to individuals who have been faced with behavioral and mental health issues, mental disability, crisis intervention, homelessness, and substance abuse etc. I have provided services for individuals in various stages of development and vast populations.

I believe clients are the experts in their own lives and my role is to empower clients. We work together to identify patterns that are no longer working and develop more helpful patterns. Together we challenge perspectives without judgement that may contribute to feeling stuck or helpless.

I am a retired US Army Social Worker. I am compassionate, flexible, accessible, and genuinely concerned for the health and welfare of those I serve. I enjoy working with adults and children alike and appreciate the courage and strength it takes to seek assistance for those difficult times in your life and strive to make that decision both easy and worthwhile. I will work with you to determine what is most important to you and define your goals. I look forward to learning your strengths and challenges, and to developing a plan that will be custom-tailored to you and you alone.

The problem is the problem, the person is not the problem. – Michael White and David Epston. The problems that you face do not have to define you as a person. Perhaps the mental health struggles that challenge you have made you feel lost or overwhelmed. Whether it be depression, anxiety, trauma, or any other emotions that you feel like are holding you back, let's find a way to separate you from your problems. Learn to coexist with the challenges you have and learn how to better handle them so that you can have a more fulfilling life.

Are you struggling with depression and anxiety? Is trauma making it hard for you to see through the flashbacks and nightmares? Have you been feeling like you can’t communicate with your partner? There are a variety of things in our lives that can have an impact on our ability to function, to community, to get up and work and go to school. But you don’t have to face these challenges alone.